Cairo

Alexandria

Egypt's second largest city (3.5 million people), its largest seaport and the country's window onto the Mediterranean Sea. No city in Egypt has history as rich as that of Alexandria which witnessed so many historic events and legends!

Luxor

Aswan

Aswan is the 3rd largest city in Egypt and the biggest in Upper Egypt. Aswan was the ancient Egyptians' gateway to Africa. Today Aswan is major stop for may Nile cruise ships depart from Luxor to Aswan everyday.

Sharm Elsheikh

Sharm is the the jewel of Egyptian tourism industry now. The city offer some of the finest places for diving and snorkeling in the world, it offers great value for money if compared with many diving spots in the world.

Contacts

Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Pasha Nile Boat

(We couldn't have wished for a better experience of the Nile on board
the Dahabyia )this is what you will say to yourselves after our
Dahabyea trip ends . Imagine sailing down the Nile on a magical
Sailing ship that could have come straight out of an Agatha Christie
film. Sitting out on the deck and enjoying amazing views whilst cruising
leisurely down the banks of the Nile aboard five star Dahabeya sailing
ship.

Dahabeya translated means Golden Boat in Egyptian. They were
originally used by kings to travel on the Nile, and are beautifully crafted
twin masted sailing ships. It is 35m long and has 3 en-suite , a very
large royal Suite complete with its own terrace. There is also a
spacious salon lounge with bar and a 29m sundeck.
Unlike the cruise ships, dahabiyas can berth at any suitable place on
the banks of the Nile. This allows for a more flexible itinerary and a
more enjoyable exploration of the river, for example , visit to Selsila
Temple.

Dahabyea has many transcriptions some write it as Dahabeah,Dahabiah ,Dahabiyah , Dahabiya, Dahabeya or Dahabia but at the end they are all refer to the small boat that is sailing in the River Nile. Going by the wind only ! imitating Kings and Queens from the past , we are here to let you feel as you are one of them.
Guests will be able to enjoy the most fabulous European and Egyptian
cuisine. It is a very romantic ship in a romantic setting. Guests will
actually be able to reach down and touch the Nile as they sail in a
wonderful tranquil silence and see sights that haven't changed for a
few thousand years - yet with all the modern comforts that first class
travel offers.
The cruises are between Luxor and Aswan and will call at all the tourist
highlights, such as Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo as well as some of the
more unusual smaller villages that the larger ships can't access.

Features

Royal Suite

The suite is fully air-conditioned and spans the full width of the rear of the ship. The suite is more than double the size of a Cabin with king size bed. Ideally for honeymooners.

It is 30 square Meter with a beautiful Lounge that opens onto it's own private terrace which affords panoramic views of the Nile. the terrace is 10.50 M2, perfect for entertaining or "when you just want to be alone".

The suite has all of the luxury fittings of the cabins but in a more spacious and sumptuous setting. The Royal Suite has it's private Terrace, Bathroom and Dressing room . It is ideal for entertaining and for the corporate charter.

The Suite The Guest accommodation on the ship comprises of four en-suite air conditioned cabins (max. occupancy 2 people) measuring 16 M2 that has a king-size beds . Each cabin is individually named, tastefully decorated and has large windows so guests can have a great view of the Nile whilst enjoying the privacy of their own room. The cabins boast Egyptian cotton bedding, flat screen TV, and telephone with ample wardrobe and draw space. The bathrooms are equipped with a power shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer. You also have your own steward who is responsible for helping to make your stay with us as enjoyable as possible.

Cabins

The Guest accommodation on the ship comprises of four en-suite air conditioned cabins (max. occupancy 2 people) measuring 16 M2 that has a king-size beds . Each cabin is individually named, tastefully decorated and has large windows so guests can have a great view of the Nile whilst enjoying the privacy of their own room. The cabins boast Egyptian cotton bedding, flat screen TV, and telephone with ample wardrobe and draw space. The bathrooms are equipped with a power shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer. You also have your own steward who is responsible for helping to make your stay with us as enjoyable as possible.

Upper Deck

The Upper Deck lengt 29 M2 , is the place to be for sun worshippers with sun beds and cool down shower. It has oriental seating, sun Lounger, two Pergolas decorated with Arabic style, one of them has a big bar serving Fresh juices and alcoholic, However Sundeck is for guests wanting to escape the heat of the sun it is partially shaded.

We will take meals at our banqueting table and relax on the comfortable deck furniture, or sip mint tea in our Arabic corner furnished with local carpets and cushions

Technical description

Boat type: Egyptian Dahabiya,two masts sailboat

Built: 2008

Length: 38 Meters, Width 6.5 Meters

Crew: 8 persons

Operation

Every Friday from Luxor (Esna) to Aswan "05 days - 04 nights"

Every Tuesday from Aswan to Luxor (Esna ) "04 days - 03 nights"

7 Cabins/ 14 persons

Price range: $200- $250 per room per night

ItineraryFrom Esna to Aswan

Every Tuesday for 5 nights / 6 days

Day 01

Luxor - Esna

Sightseeing in LXR to visit the Valley of the kings, Hatshepsut, Memenon Colossi , Karnak' Temple , then transfer to Esna and join the Boat , crew will welcome you on board and have your bags taken to your cabins. We will then set sail on your voyage to Aswan. Overnight close to El Hegz Island

Day 02

Esna - Edfu

Morning Sailing gently l en-route to Edfu; enjoy breakfast at your leisure, visit Edfu Temple by horse carriage, one of the largest and most intact of Egypt's monuments. Two beautiful granite statues of the Falcon God Horus flank the entrance. After your visit to the temple, either ride or walk through the bazaar, this is an extensive bazaar where you can barter for souvenirs, spices and perfumes. We will then set sail for our private island "El Fouza" where we will disembark for dinner served to you on the edge of the Nile.

Day 03

Edfu - Silslea

we set off for the relaxing journey to the temple of Gebel el Silsila, another of our less frequented destinations. You will be amazed as we tie up alongside the Speos of Hormheb. If possible dinner will be served in the grounds of the illuminated temple or on the upper deck of Boat whilst soaking up the tranquil atmosphere with music to match the mood.

Day 04

Silslea / Kom Ombo

Breakfast at your leisure as we sail on to Kom Ombo. Listen to the sounds of the water buffalo as they wade in the shallow water besides the banks of the Nile, the Donkeys as they go about their day to day business and the various bird life of the river. Here we visit to the Greco Roman Temple at Kom Ombo. The temple building is totally symmetrical with two entrance's two halls and two sanctuaries dedicated to the Falcon God Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and the Crocodile God Sobek. Lunch will be served as we head for a small island where we will moor for the evening and enjoy dinner at this atmospheric location.

Day 05

Kom Ombo / Aswan

Enjoy the privilege and luxury of days gone by as we
sail to Aswan, the gateway to Nubia and the Sudan. We
should arrive around 10am, giving you plenty of time to
visit some of the highlights such as the Temple of
Philae and the Souk, and unfinished Obelisk You will
have lots of time to prepare for our EGYPTIAN
EVENING OF FUN, with Egyptian cuisine, Arabic Music.
Dress in your bespoke Gallabeyah.

Day 06

Disembarkation

After breakfast, we bid farewell to the crew. Your luggage will be collected and will be ready for you to travel to your next destination